As the new academic year approaches, South African students face the daunting task of selecting the right institution. Ndimpiwe Gosa, a Wits graduate with a BE.d in Senior Phase and FET, and an Honours candidate, shares insights on the rise of bogus higher learning institutions. As former chairperson of the Wits FBA and a dedicated volunteer leader, Gosa highlights the dangers of fraudulent institutions, stressing the need for students to be cautious in their academic choices to avoid falling victim to scams.